Bonita Springs Utilities Inc. is conducting a temporary change to the water treatment process May 10-31 as a preventative maintenance measure. Members may notice a temporary and harmless difference in the smell or taste of their tap water.
“Despite a temporary change to the smell and taste, the water is still safe to drink and use for general household purposes,” said Don Woodruff, director of operations for BSU. “This routine water treatment change helps prevent bacteria from developing resistance during the usual disinfectant treatment process.”
By temporarily switching to a free chlorine residual, BSU removes the small amount of ammonia that is used during the usual water disinfection process to prevent bacterial resistance. The change ensures that BSU’s water continues to remain clean, safe and drinkable.
Water used for kidney dialysis and aquariums should go through different filtering during this water treatment change. BSU recommends those using at-home kidney dialysis machines contact their equipment suppliers to ensure proper filtration is installed. Tropical fish and aquatic animal owners should check with tropical fish stores for appropriate pretreatment of water before adding it to tanks.
To help the treated water reach the entire system as quickly as possible, fire hydrants will be flushed more often than normal throughout the three weeks. Members who have questions about the process can call BSU at 239-992-0711 or email customerservice@bsu.us.
